Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) Questions Kidney Stones

How will I know if I passed kidney stones?

I have been advised water therapy to get rid of my kidney stones. How will I know if I have passed the stones in my urine?

3 Answers

When you see the stone for sure. Most patients try to catch the stones so they can be analyzed to prevent future stones.
You will have a lot of pain, then suddenly the pain will go away. May also see bloody urine.

Namrata Sharma Goel, M.D.
Tremendous pain